What are some of the beneficial effects of the stress hormone cortisol?
What is cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in each kidney. Cortisol is released from the adrenal glands in a rhythmic pattern throughout the day as part of the body’s circadian rhythm. Cortisol generally is... read more...
How does dummy sucking affect teeth?
Research shows that dummy sucking can increase the prevalence of an anterior open bite, posterior crossbite, narrow intercuspid width of the maxillary arch and a high narrow palate. These effects are shown in the following images, depicted by adult teeth to clearly illustrate... read more...
Breathing Retraining for Asthma
Asthma is a condition that affects about 1 in 10 Australians producing intermittent symptoms of chest tightness, breathing difficulty, wheezing and coughing that can be distressing and can significantly compromise quality of life. Although pharmacotherapy (medication) is... read more...
